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Alange
Castle of Alange.
Castle of Alange.
Coat of arms of Alange
Coat of arms
Alange is located in Extremadura
Alange
Alange
Location in Extremadura
Country Spain
Autonomous community Extremadura
Province Badajoz
Comarca Tierra de Mérida - Vegas Bajas
Area
 • Total 160 km2 (60 sq mi)
Elevation
323 m (1,060 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,880
 • Density 11.8/km2 (30.4/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Alangeños
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Alange is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Badajoz. This area is part of Extremadura, a region in Spain. As of 2017, about 1,891 people live in Alange.

This town is famous for its ancient bathhouse and a historic castle. Both have stories going back many centuries.

Discover Alange's History

Alange has a very long and interesting history. People have lived here for thousands of years. The town is known for its special hot springs. These springs have been used for bathing and healing since ancient times.

Ancient Roman Baths

One of the most famous parts of Alange is its Roman spa. The Romans built a large bathhouse here. This was a place where people could relax and bathe. It even had separate areas for men and women.

The Roman baths show how important water was to the Romans. They used the natural hot springs for health and fun. You can still see parts of these old buildings today. They are a reminder of Alange's past.

The Medieval Castle of Alange

Alange is also home to a very old castle. This castle sits high up on a hill. From there, it looks over the Matachel river. The castle was first built by the Romans. Later, it was rebuilt and used in the Middle Ages.

Castillu d'Alanhi
The historic Castle of Alange, overlooking the Matachel river.

Who Lived in the Castle?

From the 1240s, the castle was controlled by the Order of Santiago. This was a group of knights. They were like a military and religious club. They protected the area for many years.

The knights used the castle as a stronghold. It helped them control the land around it. But by 1550, the castle was no longer used. It was left empty and slowly fell into ruin. Today, you can visit the castle and imagine its past.

Alange Today

Today, Alange is a quiet town. It is known for its history and beautiful natural surroundings. Many people visit to see the Roman baths and the castle. It's a great place to learn about Spain's past.

The town is part of the province of Badajoz. This province is in the western part of Spain. Alange is a good example of a Spanish town with deep historical roots.

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